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Message from LCIF Chairperson A.P. Singh
Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) transforms the generosity of Lions, Leos and our supporters into meaningful service and lasting change. Through grants, our global foundation provides resources that enable us to address important needs, expand successful projects and reach more people in communities around the world.
LCIF also helps strengthen our association. When people see Lions improving lives through impactful service, they are inspired to get involved.
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2026 Diabetes Awareness Health Fair
2026 Diabetes Awareness Health Fair
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Lovington Lions Fair Raffle
Lovington Lions held a raffle at Lea County Fair recently. The prizes were a Yeti Cooler donated by Tractor Supply in Lovington and a $500 meat package donated by Butcher Block Meat Market in Lovington. The lucky winner was Silvia Borjorquez of Lovington. Silvia is pictured as she received the prizes. The Lovington Lions Club would like to thank all those attendees of the Fair for their participation in this project. This allows the Club to continue their work to better L
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Sunrise Lions Upcoming Events
Sunrise Lions, Las Cruces, are sponsoring two upcoming events. On September 12 our third annual Pickleball Tournament. We already have 40 players signed up. On October 24 we are hosting a Cornhole Tournament at the Icebox on West Picacho from 11:30 to 4 pm. We have challenged all the Lions Clubs in Las Cruces for a "tournament in a tournament " challenge. Will be open to the public and have cash prizes for winners. You can register at the event. Come join us.
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Mission 1.5 Bulletin
MISSION 1.5 is about more than growing membership. It's about creating opportunities where young people can lead, serve and belong. Learn how Leos are becoming tomorrow's Lions through meaningful experiences.
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In Remembrance Of A True Lion
Wesley W. Brown, Jr. lost his Dad, Wesley W. Brown, Sr. recently. He wanted to share his obituary as he was well known throughout the state and throughout the Lions Clubs. His life was dedicated to Service with the Lions Club for over 53 years!!
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PEACE POSTER? WHY BOTHER?
The Lions International Peace Poster Contest has given middle school students ages 11-13 the opportunity to share what peace means to them through art, but also to express how peace would affect their lives, their families, friends and the world! These thoughts were shared by students in a Santa Fe southside lower income area.
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Sandia Mountain Lions Dictionary Project
A carton of 24 student dictionaries from The Dictionary Project Inc. were delivered to Lion Caroline Hess on July 6, 2026, as requested for use by the Four Corners Regional Training Institute's 70 community members. Led by City of Albuquerque's Albuquerque Volunteers and sponsored by a world-wide Baha'i initiative, the Institute's program includes learning cycles, literacy development, facilitated conversations, community engagement and active reflection with youths 15 years
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District 40 Cabinet Meeting 1st Quarter Agenda for August 8, 2026
District 40 Cabinet Meeting 1st Quarter Agenda for August 8, 2026
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Artesia Downtown Lions Club Launches New Community Flag Project
The Artesia Downtown Lions Club proudly launched a new community service project this summer with the debut of a beautiful American flag display along Main Street in Artesia. After weeks of planning and preparation, the project officially rolled out in time for the community's Fourth of July celebration. Working in partnership with the City of Artesia, Lions installed 138 American flags accompanied by smaller Artesia Downtown Lions Club flags on 10-foot poles.
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In Memory of Jaylene Lynette Roberts
Jaylene L. Roberts, 70, died in Hobbs, NM on June 15, 2026. She grew up in Carlsbad, NM and graduated from Carlsbad High School. She earned her teaching degree from New Mexico State University. Upon graduation from New Mexico State, she was hired by Hobbs Independent Schools as a kindergarten teacher at Taylor Elementary where she was employed for two years. She moved to College Lane Elementary as kindergarten teacher and retired after 30 years of teaching.
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Draggin' Main
The Clovis Evening Lions enjoys helping the Draggin' Main Event by making
sure the Participants are the only vehicles that enter the event on Main Street.
It may be work keeping everything in order, but it's a lot of fun working with
fellow Lions. ROAR!!! This is a huge event for Clovis New Mexico. Draggin'
Main is a week long event that lets people bring their vehicles to show them off and meet people that have come from other cities and states.
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Make Your Mark
Join the New Mexico Lions Club to make a lasting impact in your community through service, vision care, and local outreach.
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